- The list below includes 217 free or cheap things to do in or near Detroit, Michigan, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Art Museum and Music Museums.
- From Detroit RiverFront to Campus Martius Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Detroit and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton, Dearborn, Westland and Sterling Heights.
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Son of a country songwriter brings his own voice to the stage, singing out song such as “Rock On” and “Momma and Jesus”
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The main part of the Detroit Historical Society is the arrangement it makes for the Detroit Historical Museum. The history of the region is put on display through a variety of exhibits with a central, core exhibition arrangement and several changing exhibitions.
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Featuring an IMAX dome theater that plays educational documentaries, Michigan Science Center hosts rotating exhibits and live science demonstrations. The center also has a kids' area for ages 5 and under with age-appropriate exhibits.
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From racing, to shooting, to dance games, Galaxy Zone offers visitors an indoor arcade and laser tag facility. The tickets won at the arcade can be redeemed for several different prizes.
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13624 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126
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Devoted to the Arab American history and culture, the Arab American National Museum is the best place to learn about the arts, civilization and culture of Arab Americans and other minorities in the country.
6.8 Miles
Open since 1948, Mercury Lanes features 16 lanes of open and league bowling with shoe rental and a pro shop. The center offers food and drinks, cosmic bowling, a full bar and private event hosting.
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Started in 2006, B. Nektar Meadery produces homemade honey wines and traditional meads. Tours and sample tasting are available on site, and classic music videos are projected in the tasting room during the day.
9.1 Miles
A movie theater with IMAX, AMC Star Fairlane 21 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, reserved seats, a party room, theater rentals, arcade games and a concession area.
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Rouge Factory Tour takes you a through the history of the factory and its operations. You will be shown 2 movies around the history of the plant and a real walkthrough of the plant. Copy of all classic vehicles has been kept for viewers.
9.6 Miles
The Rogue River Greenway Trail is part of an extensive network of walking, hiking, and biking trails that runs throughout the Rogue River Corridor. It offers wildlife and wilderness viewing in a preserved environment.